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This position is responsible for purchase of goods and services to support multi-plant operations. Buyers are delegated the authority by the Director of Purchasing – RACS to negotiate and commit the company to purchase contracts. Purchase materials, equipment, supplies, services and commodity products. Evaluates, rates and selects suppliers by production capability, performance, quality and delivery.

Major responsibilities Develop, implement, and manage commodity strategies; evaluate and select suppliers, including global opportunities, negotiation of supply agreements, and rationalization of the supply base. Develop cost reduction and productivity strategies directly aligned with overall commodity strategy. Develop and implement actions to achieve commodity goals delivery performance, productivity/cost reduction. Drive continuous improvement in the supply base in support of business goals utilizing Long Term Agreements.

Aid in the development of new or enhanced computer systems/capabilities in support of overall productivity improvement efforts and management reporting.

Ensure thorough familiarity with policies and procedures relating to the purchasing department and standards of business conduct.

EOE, M/F/Disabled, Vet

Internal Number: 2596507

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